Community Columns - January 19th, 2023

Jan 18, 2023

These columns from our community reporters are updated every week.

Table of Contents

• Arden
• Battersea/Storrington
• Cloyne - Northbrooke
• Denbigh
• Godfrey
• Harlowe
• Harrowsmith
• Henderson
• Inverary
• Maberly-Bolingbroke
• Mississippi
• Ompah
• Parham-Tichborne
• Perth Road
• Plevna
• Sydenham
• Verona

Arden
by Wanda Harrison

Come one, come all!! The new Arden Outdoor Rink is open for business. The colder weather has allowed a good ice surface. Everyone is welcome to this wonderful, new addition to our community.

There is still time to get in touch with SLFHT and join their Zoom program “Deep in the Bones”. Held 9am to 1030am, Wednesday and Friday, this wellness program is recommended to everyone who want to continue enjoying their active life style. Please note, this is a Zoom program.

If it is January 2023, it must be time for the Lions' all you can eat breakfasts! Held at the Oso Hall 8am to 11am, January 28, this community event is in support of the Special Olympics.

The Arden United Church restarts coffee hour on Thursday morning 10am in the Church social room. Bible study continues Wednesdays at 630. There will be a trustees’ meeting Wednesday, January 18, at 2pm and a board meeting January 24, at 1pm.

A big thank you is extended to Kelli McRobert who gathered many of the Community Columnists together for lunch and sharing. Because of various circumstances some could not attend but we’ll try again later in the year. As last weeks “page one” article stated, if you have any news, please get in touch with your local representative. Their contact information is at the top of the column.

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Battersea/Storrington
by Amanda Pantrey

Be sure to join in on the fun at the first ever Snow Social. This event will be a celebration of the winter season and will feature activities at The Point Park and throughout the village of Sydenham. Dress like a well prepared Canadian and plan to take part in all sorts of winter fun including snow tubing (weather conditions permitting). Admission is free, but plan to bring cash for the vendors. Visit www.southfrontenac.net/snowsocial for more information. Volunteers are wanted! Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to get involved.

Check out the live music line up at The Creek this week. Wednesday, Jake Unger is rocking from 7pm – 9pm. Jordy Jackson will be on Thursday evening, 7pm – 9pm, too. Then Scott Owen brings us into the weekend from 6pm – 8pm.

Chris Murphy will be playing at the Battersea United Church on January 22nd starting at 7pm featuring Scottish songs to celebrate Robbie Burns Day. Admission is by free will offering with proceeds going to the Church.

Storrington Lions Club is collecting food and items for a Community Food Drive from 1 to 5pm on Friday, Feb. 3 at the Lions Club Hall in Sunbury. Donations will support the food bank at Battersea United Church. In addition to food items, the club is asking for personal hygiene products for men and women. Thanks for your support!

What do you call a slightly slow skier? A slope-poke.

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Cloyne - Northbrooke
by Nancy Skipper

No column; check back next week!

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Denbigh
Angela Bright

Hopefully you are enjoying the more seasonal cool weather we had this past weekend. It brings fond memories of winters past!

The Vennachar Free Methodist is holding their first ‘Open Mic’ of this year. It will be held on Friday, February 20th (this Friday) at 7pm at the church. All are welcome. Bring your musical instruments and friends and enjoy a night of good music and fellowship.

The Denbigh Wellness group meets every Tuesday morning at 9am at the Denbigh Hall in the basement. We have weight loss exercises and a social gathering. Please feel free to join us any week.

The Denbigh Community Foodbank is open the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month from 1030 to 11am.

The community sends it’s condolences to the family of Herbie Keller who died recently.

Please let me know if you have any news or events you would like to share.

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Godfrey
Kelli McRobert

Breakfast is served by the Verona Community Association every Saturday in January at the Trinity Church in Verona. Free will donations. 830-11am.  Every week, a new featured menu.  For take out orders, call: 343-422-4110 by 9am Saturday morning or via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by Friday 11am.

Volunteers are still needed to help with income tax at Rural Frontenac Community Services.  Call Joyce at 613-279-3151 ext. 100 for more details.

Feb 25th there will be a Chinese Dinner and Quarter Auction at OSO Hall in Sharbot Lake. 5-11pm. Tickets are $20.00 with proceeds going to support the Community Project Fund.  Limited tickets will be available.

SFCSC is still accepting donations to the Food Bank located at 4295 Stagecoach Road from Monday to Friday 830-4pm.  If you are in need of groceries, please call 613-376-6477 to arrange for a food hamper available Tuesday to Friday.

February 19th there will be a kids fishing derby on Sydenham Lake, FREE to kids 18 and under.  Hotdogs and chili to warm them up (11-1). Event runs from 9am - 5pm. Registration is required in advance.  Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for details or to donate to this fundraising event.

From South Frontenac Township:

Where did all the snow go?! The Snow Social will be going ahead as scheduled, but with modified programming where needed. We will not have enough ice on the lake, but we are excited for lots of other land-based activities!

We're still looking for some volunteers to help out with the event. If you are interested and available, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to get involved!

Check out our website for the full event itinerary.

Congratulations to those living in and around Sharbot Lake on the opening of their new outdoor rink!

Do you enjoy helping seniors? Have PSW experience? Want to help build a stronger community? Rural Frontenac Community Services is looking for reliable PSW workers for in home respite for seniors in the rural area. Flexible hours, reimbursement for travel, ongoing/professional development.

Check out our website www.rfcs.ca under employment opportunities or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Harlowe
Marie White

No column; check back next week!

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Harrowsmith
Marilyn Goodberry

Wednesday, January 18, 2023 there is a painting workshop with a still life theme from 1- 3pm at the Sydenham Legion Hall (4361 Amelia Street).  Materials will be provided but bring an apron, paper towels and a sense of fun!  There is a $5 donation for beginners to experienced (55+).  Please register a few days before with Denzel at the South Frontenac Community Services 613-376-6477 ext 310. 

Wednesday, January 18, 2023 there is a COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic from 1230 to 530pm at The Grace Centre, 4295 Stage Coach Road, Sydenham.  ID is not required for the vaccine. 

Friday, February 3, 2023 there will be a Youth Dance at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith 7 - 930pm for public school children.  The cost is $6.00.  For information please call 613-372-2410.

February 11, 2023 is the next monthly euchre night at the Harrowsmith S and A Club.  Members $5 and Non-members $7.  Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for questions or to book a spot!  Everyone is welcome.

Sunday, February 12, 2023 the Ole Tyme Fiddlers with an Open Mike will be hosted at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith 1 - 5pm, followed by dinner.  The cost is $12.00 and please bring a dessert to share.  For info call 613-372-2410.

 Sunday, February 19,  2023 there will be a TAKE OUT turkey dinner at the Golden Links Hall in Harrowsmith.  Advance tickets only with a cut off date of Wednesday, February 15.  The cost is $20.00 and tickets are available at the gas station in Sydenham, Harrowsmith, Hartington and Asselstine Hardware in Verona.  For info, call 613-372-2410

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Henderson
Jean Brown

We have a missing female golden boxer lab cross dog in Henderson village, named Cora, so hope that folks can watch out for her. Cora is deeply missed by her owner Fred: 613-929-0254.

A big shout out to our super duper road crews who continue to work faithfully to keep our roads open.

Valentine's Day is coming up soon and we are so thankful to the Lions Club of Land O’Lakes who are hosting some yummy and romantic events on Sat. Feb. 18 at their Northbrook Lions Hall. For the romantic couple, or if you feel like sharing a nice dinner with a loved one, then go for the super elegant High Tea, live music, lovely tiny bites of savoury sandwiches, scones, mini cakes and a glass of bubbly; all served with delicate china and your pot of tea from 6pm-8pm on Sat, Feb. 18 at the Lions Hall in Northbook. Or do you prefer a louder type of fun, celebrating with the community and loved ones? Then consider their heart themed dance on the same day and location from 815- 1. This is so romantically exciting. Here are the costs: $15 per person for the dance alone (by reservation or walk in).

$70 per couple for the High Tea alone (by reservation only) $75 per couple for the High Tea & Dance (by reservation only) To reserve or for more info This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Inverary
by Judy Borovskis

Chris Murphy in Concert! 7pm at Battersea United Church on Sunday, January 22nd!

Enjoy some Scottish songs in celebration of Robbie Burns Day. Your toes will be tapping! Free will offering in support of the church.

55 + Diners’ Lunch! On Thursday, February 2, join Southern Frontenac Community Services for a hearty beef stew lunch with dessert and beverages at the Verona Free Methodist Church (6804 Road 38, Verona). After lunch, Wilma Kenny will share some rarely heard stories about South Frontenac and the people who settled here. This event is for people 55 and older. The cost is $10 per meal.  To register, please call 613-376-6477 ext 303 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Food Bank Drive February 3rd. Drop off at the Storrington Lions Hall between 1 and 5pm. Wish list includes hygiene products for men & women, cereal, crackers, bread, milk, cheese, eggs, butter, coffee, tea, hot chocolate and peanut free school snacks. Also welcomed are frozen & fresh vegetables, frozen meat, canned & fresh fruit. Whatever you can give is needed and appreciated! Eyeglasses & hearing aides can be dropped at the same time! Thank you.

Rotary Calendars displaying local photography and offering 312 chances to win $15,000 in prizes are available at Inverary Pharmasave, Mrs Garrett's Bake Shop,  Neil's Flowers, & Limestone Creamery. For info call Darlene at 613-353-1142. Help Rotary to help others!

Join the Storrington Lions Club! Offering fun, friendship and a sense of purpose – become a Lion.

Hall Rentals: Inverary Church Hall – contact Judy Borovskis 353-1768 or cell: 613-545-5017. Battersea Church hall – contact Roberta Smith 353-2846.

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Maberly-Bolingbroke
Karen Prytula

ABC Hall Events – GENTLE FLOW YOGA with Alana Brankin. Gentle Yoga to rejuvenate the body and mind. Thursdays, January 12 to March 16, 930am to 1030am. Cost is $15 for each class that you drop-in on. ALSO, GENTLE PILATES with Deborah Nordstrom. Low-impact exercise to improve core stability, flexibility and balance. Wednesdays, January 11 to March 1, 9am to 10am. Cost is $15 for each class that you drop-in on. ALSO, Introduction to Meditation with Deborah Nordstrom. Quiet practice to lower stress and enhance mood. Wednesdays, January 11 to February 1, 1030 am to 1130 am. Cost is $15 for each class that you drop-in on. ALSO, CPHC Seniors Exercise with Margaret Miller. Aerobic and strength training for active seniors. Mondays, January 9 to May 29, 930am to 1030 am. There is NO COST for the Seniors Exercise class. The Seniors Exercise classes are FREE. ALSO, LINE DANCING with Rhonda Aisbitt. A fun workout. Motion is Lotion! Fridays, January 13 to March 17, 10am to 11am. Cost is $5 at the door which goes toward Hall maintenance. More info can be found on the ABC Hall website. https://abchall.ca/health-fitness/

More at the ABC Hall - MAHJONNG. It’s a game like Rummy played with tiles instead of cards, typically with four players. Thursdays at noon. Cost is $5 at the door, which goes toward Hall maintenance. More info can be found at the ABC Hall website  https://abchall.ca/fun-games/

Even More at the ABC Hall! – Musicians Circle – Play, sing, learn, and network with fellow musicians without an audience present. Thursdays at 7pm. Cost is $5 at the door which goes toward hall maintenance. More info can be found at the ABC Hall website  https://abchall.ca/music-for-education-enjoyment/

The ABC Hall is located at 3166 Bolingbroke Road, County Road 36, Maberly, ON K0H 2B0. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you can’t find what you are looking for at the above links.

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Mississippi
by Pearl Killingbeck

No column; check back next week!

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Ompah
by Linda Rush & Marily Seitz

No column; check back next week!

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Parham-Tichborne
by Elijah Abrams

We are both sorry we had to miss the editor columnist luncheon at Muddy Waters.  It sounded like a good time - sure loved our water bottles and chocolates.  Thank you.

Sure looks like every community is becoming active once again with all the happenings. Be sure to check the Northern Listings, but be safe. If you are not feeling well, don't attend.

Sympathy to the family of Chris Wisteard, who passed away recently.

Thinking of you to Patsy Lowery and Lisa Teal.

Please be careful around the water ways... They can be very dangerous.

Congratulations to Mr & Mrs Tyson Thompson on their recent wedding.

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Perth Road
by Peter Bird

PERTH ROAD UNITED CHURCH will continue with pulpit supply ministers and run its own services with the Worship Committee until a permanent minister has been hired.

EVENTS: Perth Rd. Sunday School Hall:

Tuesday Lunches will resume on Jan. 10Th , 2023. Charge is $8 per person. Great value for home-made soup, sandwiches and desert.

LELAND HELPING HAND - Four Handed Euchre has resumed on Thursdays at 1pm, $5, includes light refreshments at Harris Park, 5612 Perth Road Crescent, Perth Road Village.

Perth Road VILLAGE Crafters continue to meet every Wednesday: 930am – 1130 am at Harris Park Hall, 5612 Perth Road Cres. If you’re a first timer, check us out for free. Please contact Cheryl Bird 613-353-7303.

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Plevna
by Rhonda Watkins

Glen and Linda Manion celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary this past Friday, January 13th! They enjoyed a beautiful weekend in Haliburton to celebrate their big day. Happy 50th Anniversary, guys!

George and Mary Barrett (Billy) are also celebrating this month! Next week on Thursday, January 26th at 720pm they will be married 60 years! The Diamond Anniversary, WOW!

Rural Frontenac Community Services is looking for Volunteers with tax processing experience. Do you have a basic understanding of income tax and would like to help people? As a volunteer, you can choose to file and complete taxes in person, by phone, or through drop-off at Rural Frontenac Community Services. Training is provided by Canada Revenue Agency and for further information, you can contact Joyce at 613-279-3151 ext. 100.

Do you have plans on Saturday, January 28th? Did you know that the name of Plevna came from beautiful Bulgaria?  We are all invited to the Clar-Mill Hall in Plevna on Sat, Jan 28th from 1-2pm to taste complimentary food and wine and meet The Consulate General of the Republic of Bulgaria and The Consulate General of the Republic  of Romania! How exciting!

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Sydenham
by Karen Brawley

No column; check back next week!

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Verona
Debbie Lingen

"Winter Warm-up Breakfast" is this Saturday in Trinity United Church in Verona, from 830am to 11am (January 21). The breakfast will feature Frittatas as well as scrambled eggs, hard boiled eggs, bacon, ham or sausage, home fries, toast, muffins, juice, tea or coffee. Admission is by donation. For take out orders, please call 343-422-4110 by 9am Saturday to reserve your breakfast pick-up or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by Friday by 11am.

Style Revival will be open Saturday, January 28 from 10am to 1pm. It will also be open, as usual, Wednesdays from 10am to 1pm. Style Revival, which is located in the Verona Free Methodist Church at 6804 Hwy 38, offers free gently used clothing and footwear for all ages.

Join Senior's Diner Lunch on Thursday, February 2nd for a hearty beef stew lunch with dessert and beverages at the Verona Free Methodist Church . After lunch, Wilma Kenny will be sharing some rarely heard stories about South Frontenac and the people who settled here. 55+ $10 per meal. To register, please call 613-376-6477 ext 303 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

The Verona Free Methodist Church is hosting an inside family movie night on Friday, February 3 at 630 pm. This is a PA Day. They will be showing The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. The canteen will be open until 7pm. There is no charge for admission but donations are always welcome.

Free Public Skating at Frontenac Arena! Wednesdays from 9am to 1030am and Sundays from noon to 130pm. It's free all winter long thanks to a Queen's Platinum Jubilee grant.

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